Maples Group is a major player in bond offerings, securitisation and structured products. It covers a wide range of asset classes and is well placed to advise on cross-border matters. The firm is at the forefront of the CLO sector and has remained active in non-performing loans and the intersection between DCM and investment fund technologies. Sustainable finance is another growth area for team. Stephen McLoughlin heads the finance department and remains recognised for his experience in CLOs, RMBS and repackagings. Callaghan Kennedy is another key figure for asset-backed securities and CLOs. Joe O’Neill has been promoted to partner.
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Leading partners: Capital markets: Debt

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Practice head

Stephen McLoughlin

Other key lawyers

Callaghan Kennedy; Joe O'Neill